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Michael F. Easley
Governor
State of North Carolina
Office of the Governor
Governor's Press Office
State Capitol, Raleigh, NC 27603-8001
(919) 733-5612 - Toll Free 1-800-662-7005
FAX (919) 733-5166
For Release: IMMEDIATE Contact: Seth Effron
Date: August 28, 2006 Phone: 919/733-5612
GOV. EASLEY URGES CITIZENS TO BE PREPARED FOR HURRICANES
RALEIGH – Gov. Mike Easley today reminded North Carolinians, as Hurricane Ernesto heads into the Gulf of Mexico, and possibly toward Florida, that citizens need to pay attention to storm reports and check to be sure they are prepared for the storm season.
“I am asking everyone to prepare for hurricanes as the busiest time of the season is upon us. If you have waited to put together your emergency plan and disaster supply kit, you can wait no longer,” Easley said. “Just last week a regular summer storm caused flooding in Wilmington. Early this summer, Tropical Storm Alberto caused significant flooding in Wake County. It does not take a full-fledged hurricane to create dangerous situations.”
During a news conference in Wilmington , Easley urged families to update emergency plans, make sure they have a disaster supply kit ready and pay attention to weather forecasts and instructions from local officials. A disaster supply kit should include at last a three-day supply of bottled water, non-perishable food, first aid supplies and prescription medicines along with a battery-operated radio, copies of insurance papers and extra cash.
“Even in a minor emergency, the power might go out and our daily routines can be disrupted,” Easley said. “You must have the basic necessities available until power is on, water is safe to drink and things begin to return to normal. That way, first responders can focus on taking care of people who are in life threatening situations.”
While forecasts now indicate Ernesto will not be a major event for North Carolina, storms are unpredictable. North Carolinians still need to prepare for the hurricane season and keep track of the weather reports. Log onto www.readync.org for detailed help on storm preparation.
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Michael F. Easley
Governor
State of North Carolina
Office of the Governor
Governor's Press Office
State Capitol, Raleigh, NC 27603-8001
(919) 733-5612 - Toll Free 1-800-662-7005
FAX (919) 733-5166
For Release: IMMEDIATE Contact: Seth Effron
Date: August 28, 2006 Phone: 919/733-5612
GOV. EASLEY URGES CITIZENS TO BE PREPARED FOR HURRICANES
RALEIGH – Gov. Mike Easley today reminded North Carolinians, as Hurricane Ernesto heads into the Gulf of Mexico, and possibly toward Florida, that citizens need to pay attention to storm reports and check to be sure they are prepared for the storm season.
“I am asking everyone to prepare for hurricanes as the busiest time of the season is upon us. If you have waited to put together your emergency plan and disaster supply kit, you can wait no longer,” Easley said. “Just last week a regular summer storm caused flooding in Wilmington. Early this summer, Tropical Storm Alberto caused significant flooding in Wake County. It does not take a full-fledged hurricane to create dangerous situations.”
During a news conference in Wilmington , Easley urged families to update emergency plans, make sure they have a disaster supply kit ready and pay attention to weather forecasts and instructions from local officials. A disaster supply kit should include at last a three-day supply of bottled water, non-perishable food, first aid supplies and prescription medicines along with a battery-operated radio, copies of insurance papers and extra cash.
“Even in a minor emergency, the power might go out and our daily routines can be disrupted,” Easley said. “You must have the basic necessities available until power is on, water is safe to drink and things begin to return to normal. That way, first responders can focus on taking care of people who are in life threatening situations.”
While forecasts now indicate Ernesto will not be a major event for North Carolina, storms are unpredictable. North Carolinians still need to prepare for the hurricane season and keep track of the weather reports. Log onto www.readync.org for detailed help on storm preparation.
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